Community Schools - Levers for Change

Schools are natural incubators of innovation and creativity. Centering schools at the nexus of social, environmental and economic resilience is not only practical, it may be the essential catalyst for a just transition to a future that meet the needs of all.

Community schools provide a coherence to network strategy for change and open opportunities for collaborative, cross-sector partnerships. Let’s work to build this vision together!

A Framework for Systems Change:

Localization, public engagement, community schools and practical strategies for systems change right here in Vermont. Contact us for opportunities to connect and discuss this important work.

"What more could we hope for than to create a world of happiness, abundance and well-being for the next generation of Vermonters? It is within our grasp to do the clear thinking and hard work to bring about such a world."

Read the full report

  • Listen in to a conversation about the Blueprint, the future of education, and much more! Link Here to the podcast and transcript with Jeanie Phillips of the Tarrant Institute for Innovative Education and #vted Reads.

  • Join the global movement to build resilient local economies and flourishing local communities. Take action with the tools and resources in this guide. A creation of Local Futures.

Act 67: Vermont’s Community Schools Act

While policy is not “the answer” to the challenges we face, it can be an important part of the solution. The implementation of H.106 has the potential to open doors for intersectional collaboration and change towards a much larger vision for community and school transformation.

“Community Schools are not programs. Rather, they are a fundamental rethinking of how to deliver public education.” - VT Agency of Education

Pilot grants for 2021-2024 were awarded to: Addison Northwest SD (Vergennes Union Elementary School), Caledonia Central SU (Cabot School), North Country SU (district-wide), Orleans Southwest SU (Hazen Union High School), and White River Valley SU (WRV Middle School)

These are people and projects actively working to revitalize their communities and schools in partnership. Reach out to connect, collaborate and help create the future of learning in Vermont!

Other Resources:

This is an area of active growth and interest. Please share your ideas and connections!